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    "Key": "ADL-MEL",
    "orig": {
      "code": "ADL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Adelaide",
      "fullCity": "Adelaide, Australia",
      "airport": "Adelaide Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "MEL",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Melbourne",
      "fullCity": "Melbourne, Australia",
      "airport": "Melbourne Intl Airport"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "The flight from Adelaide to Melbourne is about 399 miles. Nonstop flights typically take 1 hour 20 minutes, with the return leg from Melbourne to Adelaide averaging 1 hour 25 minutes.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of direct flights from Adelaide to Melbourne. Three airlines — Virgin Australia (VA), Qantas (QF), and Jetstar (JQ) — all fly the route daily, with a combined total of over 300 non‑stop flights each week. A typical flight takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Melbourne?",
        "answer": "Melbourne Airport (MEL) offers a range of ground transportation to the city center. The SkyBus express bus service is the most popular option, running every 10 minutes 24/7 with a 20–40 minute journey to Southern Cross station. Taxis are available from designated ranks outside terminals, taking around 35 minutes and costing roughly $55–65. Ride share services like Uber, Ola, Didi, and GoCatch operate from specific pickup zones, with a $4.48 airport surcharge. Car rentals are also available, and a heavy rail link is under construction but not yet open.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/help-information",
            "title": "Help & Information | Melbourne Airport | Melbourne Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-08-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/contact-us",
            "title": "Contact Us | Melbourne Airport",
            "favicon": "https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/apple-touch-icon.png"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melbourne_Airport_Rail",
            "title": "Melbourne Airport Rail",
            "time_published": "2026-07-03T07:03:34Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melbourne%20Airport%20Rail",
            "title": "Melbourne Airport Rail",
            "time_published": "2026-04-04T08:44:38Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://melbourneairport.com.au/terminal-3-guide",
            "title": "Terminal 3 | Melbourne Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-10-27T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available from Adelaide to Melbourne. Jetstar (JQ) operates about 12 weekly red-eyes departing around 9:40–9:45 PM, and Virgin Australia (VA) operates roughly 8 weekly red-eyes departing around 9:30–9:50 PM, both on most days of the week. These flights land in Melbourne later the same evening, typically before midnight.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "Virgin Australia, Qantas, and Jetstar all operate nonstop flights from Adelaide to Melbourne, with Virgin Australia offering up to 143 weekly departures, Qantas 94, and Jetstar 89. Specific median fares are not listed in the current schedule data, but these three carriers provide frequent daily service across morning, afternoon, and evening hours.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "March to May (autumn) and October to November (spring) offer mild weather and fewer crowds than summer."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "For this domestic Australian flight, bring a valid photo ID such as a driver's licence or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates. No visa or proof of onward travel is needed."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Melbourne?",
        "answer": "Melbourne has two passenger airports: Melbourne Airport (MEL) is the main international and domestic gateway, located about 23 km northwest of the CBD, served by full‑service carriers like Qantas, Virgin Australia, and international airlines. Avalon Airport (AVV) is 55 km southwest of the city, used primarily by low‑cost carrier Jetstar for domestic flights and some international services, offering a quieter experience but further from central Melbourne."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Adelaide Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "Adelaide Airport (ADL) is about 6 km west of the city centre. The fastest and most direct option is a taxi or ride‑share, taking roughly 15 minutes, while the public JetBus (routes J1/J2) offers a frequent and cheaper alternative with a similar travel time. Shuttle buses also operate door‑to‑door services, and on‑site parking is available for those who drive, though it’s the priciest choice.",
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        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelaide_Airport",
            "title": "Adelaide Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-20T13:52:36Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelaide%20Airport",
            "title": "Adelaide Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T00:57:08Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelaide_Airport_(suburb)",
            "title": "Adelaide Airport (suburb)",
            "time_published": "2025-07-19T22:00:25Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelaide%20Airport%20%28suburb%29",
            "title": "Adelaide Airport (suburb)",
            "time_published": "2025-07-19T22:00:25Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_public_transport_routes_in_Adelaide",
            "title": "List of public transport routes in Adelaide",
            "time_published": "2026-05-23T04:41:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Melbourne airport?",
        "answer": "Melbourne Airport (MEL) has on-site hotels directly at the terminals: the Novotel Melbourne Airport and ibis Styles Melbourne Airport are both located steps from Terminal 4, within a short walk of all terminals, so no shuttle is required. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods inside the airport, though the terminals have some seating and quiet corners for resting, with T4 reportedly locked at midnight.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/melbourne-tullamarine-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Melbourne Tullamarine Airport Guide (MEL) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T20:22:26Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/oceania/melbourne.htm",
            "title": "Melbourne Tullamarine Airport Guide (MEL) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-05-30T00:53:58Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://meetings.accor.com/hotel/B329/index.en.shtml",
            "title": "ibis Styles Melbourne Airport - Meetings",
            "time_published": "2026-03-17T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://careers.accor.com/br/pt/job/guest-service-agent-in-novotel-melbourne-airport-melbourne-airport-austra-jid-97448",
            "title": "Guest Service Agent job in Novotel Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Airport, Australia | Accor BR PT",
            "time_published": "2026-06-04T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/corporate/works-commence-on-new-airport-hotel",
            "title": "Works commence on new airport hotel",
            "time_published": "2025-10-06T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://all.accor.com/B327",
            "title": "Novotel Melbourne Airport - ALL",
            "time_published": "2026-06-11T00:00:00Z"
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        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Melbourne Intl Airport?",
        "answer": "Melbourne Airport has currency exchange offices and multi-currency ATMs provided by Travelex throughout the international terminal. Two multi-denominational prayer rooms are available 24/7, one on the ground floor between Terminal 2 and 3, and another in Terminal 2 after security opposite Cafe Sol. Free Wi‑Fi is not explicitly mentioned in the available amenities information, so it cannot be confirmed.",
        "toolsUsed": [],
        "references": [
          {
            "url": "http://www.melbourneairport.com.au/facilities-services",
            "title": "Facilities & services | Melbourne Airport",
            "time_published": "2025-02-11T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/?__cf_chl_tk=6LmkBpvVMsbic6rVoiv0.kAqDKx_zGl6iRLCllsuuuo-1722764972-0.0.1.1-4521",
            "title": "Melbourne Airport - Flight Information, Shopping & Parking | Melbourne Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-02-24T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melbourne%20Airport",
            "title": "Melbourne Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-23T22:44:14Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melbourne_Airport_(suburb)",
            "title": "Melbourne Airport (suburb)",
            "time_published": "2025-07-19T16:54:16Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.melbourneairport.com.au/facilities-services-in-the-airport",
            "title": "Facilities & Services | Melbourne Airport",
            "time_published": "2023-03-09T00:00:00Z"
          }
        ],
        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "On the nonstop Adelaide–Melbourne route the most common aircraft is the Boeing 737-800, flown by both Virgin Australia and Qantas; Jetstar uses the Airbus A320-100, and Virgin Australia also deploys the Boeing 737 MAX 8 on some flights. The exact type can vary by day and carrier, but the 737-800 dominates the schedule. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these domestic Australian routes.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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        ]
      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "Qantas, a Oneworld member, flies nonstop from Adelaide to Melbourne alongside Virgin Australia and Jetstar, neither of which belongs to a global airline alliance.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
        "toolsUsed": [
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      },
      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Adelaide?",
        "answer": "Adelaide Airport has several lounge options in Terminal 1: the Plaza Premium Lounge (Domestic Departures) near gates 10–16, open 5:00 AM–8:00 PM with beer, wine, spirits, Wi‑Fi, and workstations; the Plaza Premium Lounge (International); the Virgin Australia Lounge; and The Rex Lounge. Access is typically available to business‑class passengers, elite status holders, or via Priority Pass and some premium credit cards, though the Plaza Premium Domestic lounge charges for premium drinks and printing. All lounges offer flight monitors and a comfortable space to relax before your flight.",
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          {
            "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-au/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/ADL",
            "title": "American Express Lounges at Adelaide International Airport | Amex AU",
            "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelaide_Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-20T13:52:36Z"
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            "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card-idc-es/ADL/Plaza-Premium-Lounge-Domestic-Departures-Terminal-1-oPTrmtnX6G/",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-20T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://my.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/australia/adelaide",
            "title": "Adelaide Airport ADL Lounges - ADL Airport Guide and lounges.  | Priority Pass",
            "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z"
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          {
            "url": "https://www.cathaypacific.com/destinations/en_AU/flights-from-adelaide",
            "title": "All Flights from Adelaide (ADL) | Adelaide | Cathay Pacific | Australia",
            "time_published": "2026-04-01T00:00:00Z"
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        "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed."
      },
      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "Baggage policies vary by airline and fare type. Basic fares often exclude checked bags; standard economy usually includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium fares offer higher allowances."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Adelaide to Melbourne?",
        "answer": "Flights from Adelaide to Melbourne typically offer Economy and Business class, with Business often featuring recliner seats rather than flat‑beds on this short domestic route, and Premium Economy is not common."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium tickets on Qantas, Virgin Australia, or Jetstar usually allow same-day changes or standby, while budget fares generally do not."
      }
    }
  }
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